Weatherproof cover plate

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2007-06-14

2008-07-22

Estrada, Angel R (Department: 2831)

Electricity: conductors and insulators

Covers or face plates

C174S067000, C174S053000, C220S241000, C220S242000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07402749

ABSTRACT:
A weatherproof cover plate is disclosed. A continuous ridge on the base is disclosed in association with a gasket and a biased hinge to provide additional protection against the weather. Particular implementations include an opening in the gasket and the lid. In a weatherproof bubble cover plate, a biased hinge is provided to bias the lid closed upon the base. Additionally, one or more cord catches in the base and knock-outs in the lid are disclosed. Other embodiments include bubble cover plates having gaps between the lid and the base to allow a cord to pass therethrough when the lid is close.

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